Redmi Note 15 Pro+ vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $370 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 62/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,041,898).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro+ better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $970
- Overall rating 62/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1041898
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 28 points higher (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 56/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1041898 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 79.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Redmi Note 15 Pro+ was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (100/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 28 points (90/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.